The cheapest and fastest coaches from Southport to Liverpool
Cheapest price
£4
Average price
£4
Fastest journey
54 m
Average duration
1 h 1 m
Buses per day
5
Distance
26 km
The best way to find a cheap coach ticket from Southport to Liverpool is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid travelling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Southport to Liverpool will cost around £4 if you buy it on the day, but you can find cheap coach tickets today for only £4.
Of the 5 buses that leave Southport for Liverpool every day 5 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.
These direct buses cover the 26 km distance in an average of 1 h 1 m but if you time it right, some buses will get you there in just 54 m .
The slowest buses will take 1 h 5 m and usually involve a change or two along the way, but you might be able to save a few pennies if you’re on a budget.
5:090h54Southport6:03Liverpool£41One-way0 changes
5:570h57Southport6:54Liverpool£41One-way0 changes
6:211h05Southport7:26Liverpool£41One-way0 changes
6:251h02Southport7:27Liverpool£41One-way0 changes
6:471h22Southport8:09Liverpool£41One-way0 changes
5:090h54Southport6:03Liverpool£41One-way0 changes
5:570h57Southport6:54Liverpool£41One-way0 changes
6:251h02Southport7:27Liverpool£41One-way0 changes
6:211h05Southport7:26Liverpool£41One-way0 changes
18:141h05Southport19:19Liverpool£41One-way0 changes
Travel Information
Compare train and coach for Southport to Liverpool
Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Southport to Liverpool among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the coach with prices starting from £3. For those with little time consider booking a train which can get you there in 44m. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a coach costs an average of £3, and a train costs an average of £6.
Distance: 26 km
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| Coach | Most popular Train |
|---|---|
£4 Average Price Cheapest | £9 Average Price |
1h 53m Average total duration 1h 23m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 1h 14m Average total duration Fastest 44m Onboard + 30m Additional time* |
Direct Options | Direct Options |
Live departures
Southport to Liverpool bus times
The table below shows live departures for Southport to Liverpool coaches for tomorrow, Sunday 19 April. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated coach journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Changes | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
![]() | 5:09 Southport | 0h54 | 6:03 Liverpool | 0 changesdirect | |
![]() | 5:57 Southport | 0h57 | 6:54 Liverpool | 0 changesdirect | |
![]() | 6:21 Southport | 1h05 | 7:26 Liverpool | 0 changesdirect | |
![]() | 6:25 Southport | 1h02 | 7:27 Liverpool | 0 changesdirect | |
![]() | 6:47 Southport | 1h22 | 8:09 Liverpool | 0 changesdirect |
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Compare prices and tickets Southport to Liverpool by train or coach
Compare train and coach prices over the next three weeks. See the best deals at a glance, find the lowest fares, and choose the option that fits your budget.
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Journey information
Overview: Bus from Southport to Liverpool
Buses from Southport to Liverpool run on average 6 times per day, taking around 1h 23m. Cheap bus tickets for this journey start at £3 if you book in advance.
The earliest coach runs at 05:43, the last at 23:24. The fastest coach covers the 26 km distance in 1h 0m.
Distance 26 km |
Average bus duration 1h 23m |
Cheapest ticket price £3 |
Buses per day 6 |
Fastest bus 1h 0m |
First bus 5:43 |
Last bus 23:24 |
High Season Jul - Sept |
Low Season Jan - Mar |
Busiest Day Sun |
Least Busy Day Mon |
Best time to book 1 day |
Bus providers: Arriva North West, Stagecoach Merseyside & South Lancashire from Southport to LiverpoolYou can travel by bus between Southport to Liverpool with Arriva North West, Stagecoach Merseyside & South Lancashire for as low as £3. When you search for schedules and tickets, Omio will show you the best journey
Arriva North West
Stagecoach Merseyside & South Lancashire
FAQs: Southport to Liverpool coach
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Southport to Liverpool by coach. From journey times and ticket prices to direct connections, first and last departures, and even whether the route is scenic, our FAQs cover everything you need to plan your trip. Whether you’re looking for the fastest coach, the cheapest option, or tips for making the most of your visit at Liverpool, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.

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